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Bilingual (German/English) Bookkeeper/Accountant

RÖDL USA

Denver, CO • On-site

$65K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Description
We are seeking a German speaking Bookkeeper/ Accountant for our Business Processing Outsourcing Department in our Denver, CO officeWe are looking for the right individual with strong organizational skills, ability to work within deadlines and to execute multiple tasks simultaneously to ensure a high level of professional standards.
Location: The primary location for this position is in Houston, TX (on-site if local). The team is also open to candidates who are available for on-site work at our Birmingham, AL, or Denver, CO offices to assist the Houston team remotely.
Responsibilities:
  • This highly demanding position requires a positive, self-motivated individual with superior organizational skills, ability to work within deadlines and execute multiple tasks simultaneously to ensure a high level of professional standards.
  • Provide consultation to the client, its parent company on their accounting, business administration and taxation needs
  • Take ownership of the client engagements assigned to you, anticipating the issues and developing a plan to complete the engagement within budget
  • Preparation of financial statements (monthly, quarterly, annual)
  • Preparation of various sales and use tax returns as well as personal property tax returns and other various forms
  • Payroll processing
  • Assure timely completion and communication of project status internally
  • Research technical issues and discuss with Manager/Partner for further guidance
  • Performs other related duties as required

Required Skills & Experience:
  • German language skills are required (native or fully professional proficiency)
  • Associate's Degree in Accounting or higher, alternatively: German Steuerfachangestellte(r)
  • Minimum of 2+ years of relevant accounting experience which includes preparing financial statements and communicating with clients

Desired Skills & Experience:
  • Experience using QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online accounting software
  • Accounting software experience in Microsoft D365 and SAP is a plus
  • Able to work in a fast-paced high high-pressure environment and independently within an established administrative framework
  • Strong knowledge of US-GAAP, HGB a plus
  • Basic knowledge of US tax system
  • Team player, willing to work with and contribute to the success of a team of personable, highly motivated professionals
  • Demonstrate high-level client-service orientation, ability to handle sensitive, confidential information with maximum discretion and understanding of clients' needs
  • Ability to understand challenges facing partners and staff members and be able to manage/reschedule priorities effectively
  • Superior organization skills - ability to come up with processes and competently follow through

Benefits:
We understand that talented individuals are drawn to companies that offer comprehensive benefits packages. Therefore, we provide a robust Benefits Plan that includes:
  • 401K plan (with up to 5% salary paid employer contributions)
  • Medical coverage
  • Paid Dental coverage
  • Employee and Dependent life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Paid Day of Service annually
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Generous paid time off - 25 days for all full-time employees!
  • Paid holiday
  • Additional paid holiday following 4/15 deadline
  • Paid parking/public transportation reimbursement
  • Mobile phone reimbursement
  • Tuition reimbursement & training
  • Paid time off on days sitting for CPA Exam
  • Monetary bonus for passing the US CPA exam

Why RÖDL?
  • We keep our employees current by supplying cutting-edge technology and access to learning opportunities
  • We invest in the growth of our team members through regular feedback sessions
  • We recharge as a team by celebrating deadlines and gathering at organized firm events
  • We applaud the achievement of both career and personal milestones for individual team members on a firm-wide basis

PAY RANGE IN DENVER METROPOLITAN AREA (if applicable)
Base Pay Range: $65,000-$80,000/yr
Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.
What makes the culture at RÖDL USA unique?
Unlike firms that may hint at an international work environment, RÖDL USA offers a truly global workplace. Every day, RÖDL employees are immersed in a diverse intercultural setting where it's common to hear colleagues or clients speaking different languages, sharing cultural traditions from their home countries, or explaining unique perspectives. Whether a team member is from the US or abroad, this inclusive culture supports the global vision established at our worldwide headquarters in Nuremberg, Germany, and drives the Firm's success in the international marketplace.
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Take the first step in 'ACHIEVING' together with RÖDL by visiting our Careers Page:
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Get to Know RÖDL:
Our focus on the accounting, assurance, and tax needs of foreign, family-owned midsized ("Mittelstand") businesses operating in the U.S. carries forward from our two founding firms. Rödl & Partner (founded in 1977 in Nuremberg, Germany) and Langford de Kock & Co. (founded in 1976 in Atlanta, GA) and their merger in 2001.
As the preferred accounting, auditing, tax and business consulting professional services firm of German- speaking and other international entities, you will benefit from the extensive experience of our U.S. certified public accountants, as well as our bilingual staff of professionals, many of whom also carry international certifications (StB, WP, Dottori Commercialisti, CA).
At RÖDL, our integrated approach to client success revolves around collaboration. We prioritize internal synergy, ensuring seamless integration across departments to guarantee holistic client support. Additionally, our thorough oversight involves equipping managers and seniors with the necessary tools for effective performance and deadline adherence. These principles underscore our commitment to excellence in client service.
Rödl Management, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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